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#CBC4BE

Brightness
197.5
HSL (°,%,%)
28°, 11%, 77%
HSV V %
80%
Lab
79.6, 1.4, 3.9
PNG size
5.0 KB
Tone / Feel
light, muted warm hue
Black text 12.18:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text 1.72:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)

Recommended text: Black (12.18:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #CBC4BE

Common Name: Warm Grey

RGB: 203, 196, 190

HSL: 30°, 11%, 77%

Contrast with White: 10.8 (AA Pass)

Contrast with Black: 11.4 (AA Pass)

Mood Blurb: A gentle, neutral tone, perfect for creating a calm and sophisticated atmosphere. The subdued nature of #CBC4BE invokes feelings of elegance, warmth, and subtlety, making it ideal for interior designs, branding, and lifestyle applications. Its balanced grey-brown hue adapts well across a wide range of industries from fashion to technology, subtly enhancing its surroundings without overpowering them.

Close Named Matches:

  • Behr - Belleview - #CAC2BC
  • Hallman Lindsay - Orchid Shadow - #CBC5C2
  • Benjamin Moore - Cumulus Cloud - #C6C2B9
  • Dulux - Pumice Brown - #CEC3BE
  • Pantone FHI - Moonbeam - #CDC6BD

Why Designers Use It:

  • Versatility: Its neutrality and balanced tone allow it to pair well with almost any color palette, making it a go-to for designers in many fields.
  • Branding and Identity: Often used in branding for companies that want to project a sense of sophistication without being too bold. It's frequently seen in luxury branding, as well as in the tech industry for a clean, modern look.
  • Interior Design: A popular choice for interior walls, creating a relaxing, timeless backdrop in both residential and commercial spaces. It conveys understated elegance, which is key in high-end design.
  • Industrial Use: This color finds a place in automotive and tech design, particularly in areas where a subtle, professional tone is desired without overshadowing more dynamic elements.
  • Symbolism: While not tied to any particular tradition, this color conveys calmness and reliability, evoking ideas of stability and refinement.

Notable Structures or Affiliation:

  • Natural Elements: Its dusty, soft tone is reminiscent of stone and earth, offering a connection to natural landscapes without being too overtly earthy.
  • Technology and Fashion: Increasingly used in technology products, as well as fashion, where neutral tones are valued for their timeless appeal.

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